Description
The M40A1 Gas Mask is the standard protective mask used by the United States Army and United States Marine Corps since mid-1990s. It replaces the older M17-series gas mask. It provides respiratory, eye and face protection against chemical and biological agents, radioactive fallout particles, and battlefield contaminants.
Features:
Improved Version of the M40 with an Outer Layer Skin
Removable Ballistic Outer Lenses
2 Changeable, 1 Permanent Voicemitter, One on the Right or One on the Left Side depending on Canister Placement (This will depend on left or right rifle shooting) One in Front (Permanent)
Improved C2A1 Chemical-Biological Filter
Quick Doff Hood
C2A1 Canister Protects the User From Up To 15 Nerve, Choking, and Blister Agent Attacks, and Two Blood Agent Attacks
Drinking System Allows the User to Drink Water When Donning the Mask for Long Periods of Time in a Chemically Contaminated Environment. ( Use the U.S. 1 Quart Canteen with the M40A1 Gas Mask Cap)
Water Proof Bag
Heavy Duty Canvas Carrying Case
Voice Amplifier
Photos:
M40A1 Gas Mask made by ILC Dover, dated 1993.
Voice Amplifier, made by MSA.
Voice Amplifier, made by Audiopack sound systems
